The President of Abu Dhabi, His Highness Shaikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan recently talks with Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki on bilateral relations and the situation in Iraq. In an attempt to create a full diplomatic mission in Baghdad, evidence for improving the security situation in Iraq and growing acceptance of the Shia-led government.
According to sources, during the meeting, in the presence of His Highness Shaikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, Shaikh Khalifa Al-Maliki said the United Arab Emirates on the decision to write off Iraqi debt and interest with a value of 4 billion U.S. dollars (Dh14.b)
"The UAE's decision to write off the Iraqi debt is an expression of brotherhood and solidarity between the two countries. Another objective is to support the Iraqi government in implementing the plans of reconstruction and restoration of state institutions and various facilities, "said the President.
He added that the decision would help the Iraqi economy, the restoration of security and stability in Iraq and relief of the Iraqi economy, institutions and people. Shaikh Khalifa reaffirmed that the UAE would spare no effort to cover all forms of financial and moral support for Iraq.
Shaikh Khalifa also noted that "the restoration of security in Iraq is the cornerstone in rehabilitation and the resumption of active regional and international responsibilities", adding that there is a need for Iraq to achieve those goals that United Arab Emirates had decided to return to its embassy in Baghdad.
The President called on the Iraqi people and political spectrums to "avoid their legitimate government and sectarian violence, Iraq in its stability and security."
Al-Maliki expressed his gratitude for the UAE's initiative and said: "It reflects the fraternity between the peoples of the United Arab Emirates and Iraq. The United Arab Emirates, the decision to write off the debt, the credit position of the Iraqi economy and spur the restoration of security and stability. "
The Abu Dhabi government announced the debt relief and the appointment of a new ambassador to Baghdad shortly after Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki has visited in the wealthy Gulf nation.
As was reported in the media, "The news was sure to strengthen al-Maliki government, which has been urging Iraq's Sunni Arab neighbors to forgive loans made during the regime of Saddam Hussein and then diplomatic relations.
Al-Maliki, who since May in office since 2006, thanked the UAE for the debt to local entrepreneurs say it is a "swift and courageous" decision. "
The official Emirates News Agency, WAM, quoted the President, Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, as he says "picked up hopes of reducing the debt would be" economic burden ", the Iraqis and he urged the country to unite behind al - Maliki's government. "
As reported worldwide, "Iraq has been appealing for relief of at least $ 67 billion in foreign debt - particularly towards the Arab states, not to forgive Iraq belligerence during Saddam Hussein's regime."
White House spokesman Gordon Johndroe said the U.S. decision welcomed, the United Arab Emirates to cancel Iraqi debt, appoint ambassadors and open their embassy in Baghdad. As he says: "We appreciate the Emirate" recognition of the fact that a secure and prosperous Iraq in the interest of all in the region. Prime Minister Maliki and the government of Iraq should also be applauded for their contacts with their neighbors, and their efforts to a positive agenda through regional diplomacy, "said Johndroe.
However, this positive development is not supported by all political groups in the region of sin, as it was reported that "militant Sunni groups like al-Qaida in Iraq, mistrustful of the government, have warned Arab states not to open embassies in Baghdad. "
In response to these reports, Al-Maliki chided his Arab "brothers" in the April-Conference of Iraq's neighbors in Kuwait, saying he found it "difficult to explain why diplomatic exchange has not taken place." "
As the mood is positive for change and reconciliation, one can hope for the best, and that the political parties involved in this positive mode of change to their words, further ensuring that the United Arab Emirates remains a country with great opportunities and positive reform.
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